IRONSIDE CAFE
7580 NE 4 CT #102, Miami FL 33138 · 305-438-9002
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 22 points off where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (111F - Hot Holding); cooked white rice (118F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per manager less than 1 hour. Employee put in stove to reheat.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed above storage room.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean bowls not inverted at storage rack area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee while preparing coffee at coffee station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled by storage.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed RIC shelves rusted by storage.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor by ice machine by storage.
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate13 Basic
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Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed Dishwasher (Temperature 120). Employee set up three compartment sink..Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink by ice machine by storage room.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink at coffee station. Observed no soap at hand sink by ice machine by storage room.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken,cooked cheesecake, cooked quinoa at reach in cooler near oven prep area not dated. As per employee prepared a day prior. Employee dated.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no running hot water at hand sink front counter by coffee station. Run water for approximately 2 minutes 77°F. Observed no running hot water at hand sink by ice machine by storage. Run water for approximately 2 minutes 76°F. Maintenance employee fix it at time of inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed above storage room.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean bowls not inverted at storage rack area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed container stored at front counter by hot display. Employee removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee while preparing coffee at coffee station.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under dishwasher and handle touching ice sink kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed tahini oil container stored on floor across white chest freezer by dry storage.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice by storage room. Employee stored properly.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed shield missing above prep area and by oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sink by coffee station front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled by storage.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed RIC shelves rusted by storage.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor by ice machine by storage.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe at hand sink by kitchen next to dishwasher.
Jan 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water leaking from ceiling roof by kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed beverage reach in cooler gaskets torn by storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by three compartment sink.
Jan 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands..
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee removed a plant to the outside and proceeded to handle clean dishes. Coached employee to wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (111F - Hot Holding); cooked white rice (118F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per manager less than 1 hour. Employee put in stove to reheat.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee started washing hands at three compartment sink. Coached employee to wash hands at hand sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaner sponge stored inside hand sink front counter. Observed a plant stored inside hand sink by kitchen.Manager removed.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken stored at reach in cooler, as per employee cooked a day prior not dated.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water leaking from ceiling roof by kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed beverage reach in cooler gaskets torn by storage area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor by storage.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box with fruits stored on floor by storage. Manager stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers gaskets soiled by storage.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. By kitchen. Employee removed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by three compartment sink.
Jul 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over whole tomatoes and corn on cob at tall reach in cooler across prep table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand sink by three compartment sink. Manager provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink by three compartment sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with chlorine no labeled by storage dry area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employee bathroom second floor.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean equipment and clean plates not inverted at storage area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored by clean plates storage area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees no hair restraints while preparing food.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed tall reach in cooler gaskets soiled next to storage dry area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a tray inside hand wash sink at kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink next to door.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink next to door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor at kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored in manner to dry.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee licked gloves and continued to work. Stopped and coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phones on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed phones.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single service cups on dry storage floor. Operator put box on shelf.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service containers in prep area. Single service utensils at front counter. Operator turned both containers and utensils face down.
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